Welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University

Posted on June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 by Thipawan Pairam

On June 10, 2025, we welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University, to our Robotics Studio, the Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation (ARIA) Center, and the Wangchan Artificial Intelligence (WAI) research facilities. During their visit, we introduced them to our ‘7 Wonders of Robotics,’ which encompasses a range of robotic technologies, including bio-inspired Read more about Welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University[…]

Keynote Presentation on Robotics Intelligence at ICYS & KVIS Science Fair

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On April 7, 2025, Prof. Dr. Poramate Manoonpong delivered the keynote address at the 31st International Conference of Young Scientists (ICYS) and the 8th KVIS Invitational Science Fair at KVIS in Rayong, Thailand. He introduced groundbreaking research from the BRAIN laboratory, showcasing advances in robotics intelligence and sharing how nature-inspired designs can lead to real-world Read more about Keynote Presentation on Robotics Intelligence at ICYS & KVIS Science Fair[…]

Administrative Court of Thailand Explores Robotics at IST

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On April 22, 2025, a delegation from the Administrative Court of Thailand visited the Institute of Science and Technology (IST) for a guided tour of the Robotics Laboratory. The visit served as an opportunity to showcase research advancements and explore the intersection of technology and public service. During the tour, the IST research team presented Read more about Administrative Court of Thailand Explores Robotics at IST[…]

Innovative Drone Interception Research at VISTEC

Posted on March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

Dr. Sutthiphong Srigrarom from the National University of Singapore will present groundbreaking research on drone interception technologies at VISTEC on April 23, 2025. His work introduces a novel StringNet strategy for managing multiple drone targets, demonstrating the ability to intercept over 40 drones using just 20+ interceptor agents. The research combines advanced techniques like the Read more about Innovative Drone Interception Research at VISTEC[…]

The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.

Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 by Run Janna

The morning session included presentations by visitors from Kookmin University in South Korea and Ritsumeikan University in Japan. The afternoon session included presentations by VISTEC. The second day began with short talks in the morning by KMU young scholars on waterproofing in robotics and reinforcement learning (RL) in legged robot locomotion. This was followed by Read more about The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.[…]

CEO of Oceanus Robotics Visits BRAIN-Robotics Lab for Talk on Drone Innovation

Posted on February 14, 2025February 16, 2025 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On February 10, 2025, Mr. Teerapong Sookjit, CEO of Oceanus Robotics, visited the BRAIN-Robotics Lab to deliver a talk on “Making Drones Smarter, More Accessible, and Tailored to Your Needs.” His presentation explored how drones are transforming industries, from agriculture to exploration, while addressing the challenges of high costs and limited adaptability in existing solutions. Read more about CEO of Oceanus Robotics Visits BRAIN-Robotics Lab for Talk on Drone Innovation[…]

PTT GC Team Visits IST for a Robotics Lab Tour 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On January 31, 2025, a team from PTT Global Chemical (PTT GC) visited the Institute of Science and Technology (IST) for a hands-on tour of the Robotics Laboratory. The visit provided an opportunity for researchers and engineers to exchange ideas on robotics applications and industrial challenges. During the tour, the IST research team introduced various Read more about PTT GC Team Visits IST for a Robotics Lab Tour 2025[…]

Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange at Kasetsart University

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On 27 January 2025, Prof. Dr. Poramate Manoonpong and members of the Research Center of Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation (ARIA) at the School of Information Science and Technology (IST), Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), along with special foreign guests, visited the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University to exchange research Read more about Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange at Kasetsart University[…]

Robot Demonstrations for the Embodied AI Course at IST-VISTEC

Posted on January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 by Thirawat Chuthong

On January 21, 2025, as part of the Embodied AI course, we conducted robot demonstrations for IST and BSE students. The demonstrations included the walking behaviors of a stick insect robot, a gecko robot, and a dung beetle robot. Furthermore, we showcased the VISTEC-gait system for gait analysis.

Dung Beetle-Inspired Robot Published in Advanced Science, Receives Global Media Coverage

Posted on December 2, 2024December 2, 2024 by Worasuchad Haomachai

A dung beetle-inspired robot, designed to mimic the remarkable ball-rolling abilities of dung beetles, has been published in the journal Advanced Science. The research introduces innovative bio-inspired engineering, allowing the robot to navigate complex terrains and manipulate objects with remarkable efficiency. This work highlights the potential of biomimicry to drive progress in robotics. Following its Read more about Dung Beetle-Inspired Robot Published in Advanced Science, Receives Global Media Coverage[…]